1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 400. 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 (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 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 | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Durango | 400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4821 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
