1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1971 Dodge Challenger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 245 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
