1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2003 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 33 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 2003 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 105 L |
