1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2005 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 36 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2005 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 360 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
