1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2010 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Challenger. 2010 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 68 L |
