2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2560 mm |
