1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 85 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
