1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 625 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Valiant | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
