2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 889 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
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. 2000 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
