2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 363 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari F430 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:
2005 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | F430 | Charger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 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 | 1450 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 72 L |