2001 Dodge Durango vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi

To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 476 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.

Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Durango. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2001 Dodge Durango 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
Make Dodge Ferrari
Model Durango 512 BBi
Year Released 2001 1981
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4702 cc 4942 cc
Horse Power 233 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 451 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 1499 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2510 mm