1985 Dodge Charger vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini Portofino 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 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Charger | Portofino |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3050 mm |
