1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1980 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 2 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 526 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.
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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 1980 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | 308 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2350 mm |
