2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger. 2009 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Challenger | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
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 | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |