1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | Dardo | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |