1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 30 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 535 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |
