1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari F40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | F40 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |
