1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Newport | 400 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |