1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 28 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 285 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Coronet | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 75 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 | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 114 L |
