1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 22 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, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
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) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | ST 460 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2580 mm |
