2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 646 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari F40. 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | F40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 120 L |
