1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 27 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 685 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 2010 Ferrari California 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 2010 Ferrari California. 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2010 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | California |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
