1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 683 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | 208 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
