1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo and 1999 BMW 730 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1999 BMW 730 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 1999 BMW 730. 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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 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 | 1999 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Dardo | 730 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |