1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1986 Dodge Conquest is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest, 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Conquest | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
