2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Charger. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 813 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Charger | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |