2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 776 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Dodge Charger | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Charger | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 133 L |