1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 775 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Valiant | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |
