1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2005 Lotus Esprit 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 2005 Lotus Esprit. 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit 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 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Dardo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| 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 | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
