1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 243 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 512 TR | Charger |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3053 mm |
