1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 112 kg more than 1978 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 160 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
