2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 641 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
