2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 687 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 118 L |
