2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 548 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Stratus | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 133 L |
