1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (360 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 638 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | 550 | Durango |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 93 L |