2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 496 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus, 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Stratus | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 133 L |
