2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 118 L |
