1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Centura | 360 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
