1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 18 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 290 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (319 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Valiant | 456 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
