2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 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 305 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 288 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
