2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1977 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1977 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 120 L |
