2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | 308 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2560 mm |
