1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1998 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 25 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 315 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1998 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 479 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 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 | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
