1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
Model | F50 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |