2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | F355 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
