1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 366 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2004 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Dakota |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 83 L |