1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Challenger.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2649 mm |
