1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 13 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2011 BMW X6 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. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Dardo | X6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2934 mm |
