1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
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 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 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 Ferrari F355. 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 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Dardo | F355 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
