1978 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2003 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 25 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 1609. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 585 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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 1609 | 2003 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 1609 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
