2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 512 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. 2007 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Magnum | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
