2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
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 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
