2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari 360. (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 503 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 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:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chrysler |
| Model | 360 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
