2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 407 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 140 L |
