1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 19 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 265 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 160 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
