1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 215 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dakota | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |