1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2010 Audi A6 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. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Dardo | A6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2842 mm |