1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
