1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | 360 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
