2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 835 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 133 L |
