1978 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 1609. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 183 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 1609. 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 1609 | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 1609 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
