1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 635 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Avenger | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
