1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 853 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | 512 M | Ram |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4700 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3569 mm |