1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Durango | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
