2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Ferrari 612

To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 612. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 612.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Ram 2003 Ferrari 612
Make Dodge Ferrari
Model Ram 612
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6690 cc 5747 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 532 HP
Engine RPM 3013 RPM 7250 RPM
Torque 827 Nm 588 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 108 L


 

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