1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 35 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 480 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler 1610 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | 1610 | 599 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
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 | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 105 L |