2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 465 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 208 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
