1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 103 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram. 2000 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
