1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 413 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 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 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Mondial 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:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | Mondial | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3052 mm |
