1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 1609 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1980 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
