1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 9 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2007 Infiniti M 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 2007 Infiniti M. 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Dardo | M |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
