1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 400 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 400.
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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1955 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler 300 | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | 300 | 400 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 392 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |