1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (319 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Valiant | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |