1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB

To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 178 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.

Because 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chrysler Town & Country 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
Make Chrysler Ferrari
Model Town & Country 512 BB
Year Released 1991 1980
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3301 cc 4942 cc
Horse Power 150 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2510 mm


 

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