1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 12 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 67 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 512 BBi |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 120 L |
