1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 15 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 135 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | 348 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
