1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 18 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 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 485 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 160 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
