1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM 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:
1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | 250 LM | Ram |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |