2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1418 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Ram | 250 LM |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 140 L |