1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 24 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 220 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 456 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
