1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 41 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 527 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pagani |
| Model | Newport | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 740 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2795 mm |
