1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 40 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Newport | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
