1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Mirada | 360 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |
