1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 42 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 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 599 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 105 L |
