1985 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, both 1985 Chrysler New Yorker and 1985 Ferrari 400 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chrysler New Yorker | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | New Yorker | 400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
