2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | 212 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 159 L |
