1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker 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. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | New Yorker | 400 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 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 | 1905 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 118 L |
