1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 37 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 252 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, both vehicles can yield 470 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | F430 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
