1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Newport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler Newport | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Newport | 400 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |