1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 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 2010 Ford F-250. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 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 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Dardo | F-250 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |