2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 88 L |
