2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 124 kg more than 1996 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 114 L |
