1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 Chrysler 300. 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 300. 2011 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chrysler |
| Model | 400 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 72 L |
