1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2012 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 855 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.

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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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:

1980 Ferrari 512 BB 2012 Dodge Ram
Make Ferrari Dodge
Model 512 BB Ram
Year Released 1980 2012
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 4700 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3569 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 98 L


 

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