1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1998 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 20 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 1998 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 479 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
