2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 79 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dakota | 365 GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |