1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2003 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 32 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2003 Ferrari Enzo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Valiant | Enzo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 658 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
