1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1610 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 445 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 1610 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
