1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 208 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |
