1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 308.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chrysler |
| Model | 308 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3048 mm |
