1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1987 Ferrari F40

To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 606 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.

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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Charger. (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Dodge Charger 1987 Ferrari F40
Make Dodge Ferrari
Model Charger F40
Year Released 1972 1987
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6555 cc 2936 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 256 HP 472 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 575 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 110.2 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.9 mm 69.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1104 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2650 mm


 

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