1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 793 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 250 GT | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
