2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 723 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Ram | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 119 L |