1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 313 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 1996 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Daytona | F50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 376 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |
