2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber, 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Caliber | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
