1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 14 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 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 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Dardo | A5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
