1969 Dodge Dart 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 Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart 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 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 240 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dart | F430 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |