2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2560 mm |
