2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 513 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 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 | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Charger | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 118 L |