1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Valiant | 308 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
