1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 661 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (520 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 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 F50 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 160 | F50 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
