1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 8 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
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 (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 308 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
