1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT

To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1987 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
Make Chrysler Ferrari
Model Town & Country 412 GT
Year Released 1991 1987
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 150 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 451 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1885 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2710 mm


 

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