1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 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:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chrysler |
| Model | F355 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3048 mm |
