1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 599.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ferrari |
| Model | Trail Duster | 599 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
