1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 33 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 612.
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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | 612 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 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 | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
