1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1973 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 312 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 312 (478 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 760 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1973 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Coronet | 312 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 12500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
