2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300. 2000 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM 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 | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |
