1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 121 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 360 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
