1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 660 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango 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 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Dodge Durango | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Durango | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |