1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 772 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2010 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 250 GTO | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 68 L |
