1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
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 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 1996 Infiniti J30 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 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Dardo | J30 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
