1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1973 Ferrari 312
To start off, both 1973 Chrysler Charger and 1973 Ferrari 312 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 312 (478 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1973 Ferrari 312 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Charger | 312 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 12500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |