1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
