1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 14 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Dardo | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
