2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
