1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 30 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Newport | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2600 mm |