1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 204 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota 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 1999 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible, 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Dakota | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2460 mm |
