1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2012 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 2012 Dodge Ram
Make Ferrari Dodge
Model 250 GTO Ram
Year Released 1964 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 391 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 552 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 133 L 98 L


 

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