1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari F40 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:

1992 Ferrari F40 2012 Dodge Ram
Make Ferrari Dodge
Model F40 Ram
Year Released 1992 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2934 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 472 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 551 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 2418 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3569 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.2 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 98 L


 

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