2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 426 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | F40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
