1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 1988 Ferrari F40.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari F40. 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | F40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
