1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1957 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 250 GT | Ram |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
