1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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 Valiant (461 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (410 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Valiant | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4388 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
