1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | Dino |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 226 Nm |
| 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |
