1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram

To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 970 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.

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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari F40 1998 Dodge Ram
Make Ferrari Dodge
Model F40 Ram
Year Released 1990 1998
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 3905 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 622 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 7700 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 720 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2790 mm


 

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