1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Dardo | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |