2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 376 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
