2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1984 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1984 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | PT Cruiser | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 392 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 120 L |