1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 830 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308. 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 (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 308 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:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 308 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
