1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 310 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 2003 Ferrari 612. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 612 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
