2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 12 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Caravan | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 120 L |