1984 Dodge Charger vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Charger | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | F40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
