1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 19 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
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 (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
