2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 748 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 110 L |
