1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 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 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 719 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | 400 | Ram |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 98 L |