1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 385 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Dodge Durango | 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Durango | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |