1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 311 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler Newport | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Newport | 512 BBi |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |