1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2004 BMW M6
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2004 BMW M6 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 2004 BMW M6. 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 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 | 2004 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Dardo | M6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
