1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2006 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Dardo | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
