1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 32 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Newport | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Newport | 550 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 597 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2590 mm |