1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Newport is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 770 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
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 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1966 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | Dino |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2350 mm |
