1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 400. 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dakota | 400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |