2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 540 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dakota | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 120 L |