1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Newport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 377 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330.
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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Newport | 330 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2400 mm |
