1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 27 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), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 310 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Charger | 550 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |