1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 800 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, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 160 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
