2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Town & Country | 412 GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 120 L |