1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 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 Ferrari 599. 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 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 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 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Dardo | 599 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
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 | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |