1977 Chrysler 160 vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 160. 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 160 | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 160 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1638 cc | 2934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
