2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 1976 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 120 L |
