1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 702 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | F40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 640 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
