1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet. 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Coronet | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Coronet | F430 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3690 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |