1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 25 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 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 620 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Valiant | 360 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 3585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
