1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R 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. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 440 R. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Newport | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
