1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Journey weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey, 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey. 2012 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | 250 GTE | Journey |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1692 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 78 L |