1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR

To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 26 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 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Dodge Coronet 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
Make Dodge Ferrari
Model Coronet 512 TR
Year Released 1968 1994
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3690 cc 4943 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 423 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6750 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 501 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.3 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 104.8 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2560 mm


 

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