1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1996 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1996 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Dardo | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |