1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 24 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Charger. (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Charger | Maranello |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75 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 | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |