1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 25 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Valiant | F355 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
