1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 20 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 234 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 2003 Ferrari 360 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 2003 Ferrari 360. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | 360 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| 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 | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
