1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 22 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 101 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348.
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 (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 348 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
