1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 600 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | 365 GTB | Charger |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 72 L |