1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
