1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 99 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
