1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 50 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler 300. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler 300. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 612 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 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | 300 | 612 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2960 mm |