1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 208 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |
