2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.

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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ferrari 612 2012 Dodge Ram
Make Ferrari Dodge
Model 612 Ram
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5752 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 541 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 589 Nm 551 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 2418 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 3569 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 23.5 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 121 L


 

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