1999 Dodge Charger vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1999 Dodge Charger is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Charger weights approximately 122 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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.
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1999 Dodge Charger | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Charger | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |