2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE 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.
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2009 Dodge Dakota | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dakota | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 140 L |