1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 13 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2012 Ascari A10 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 2012 Ascari A10. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 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 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | Dardo | A10 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2636 mm |
