1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2009 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 11 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2009 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Dardo | X3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
