1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit 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 526 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 409 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Spirit | F50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 110 L |
