1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 31 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 510 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Valiant | 612 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |
