1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 16 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Newport | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Newport | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |