2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
