1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 27 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 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 834 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chrysler Charger has manual transmission. 1972 Chrysler Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | F399 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
