2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 483 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Ram | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 120 L |