2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 77 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | 208 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 74 L |
