2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger. 2009 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 365 California has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 365 California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | 365 California |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 133 L |
