1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dart | 348 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 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 | 1355 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |