1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan

To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.

Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
Make Ferrari Dodge
Model 250 GTE Grand Caravan
Year Released 1960 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 78 L


 

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