1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 308 is newer by 4 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
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 (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Valiant | 308 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
