1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2006 Ferrari 612 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 Ferrari 612. 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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 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 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Dardo | 612 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
