2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 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) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 110 L |
