2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 855 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 133 L |
