1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | F430 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2610 mm |
