1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 245 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
