1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (637 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400. 2013 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Chrysler |
Model | 400 | 300 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 637 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3052 mm |