1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, both 1973 Chrysler Valiant and 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Valiant | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |