1970 Dodge Dart vs. 1998 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Dodge Dart | 1998 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dart | Maranello |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 479 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |