2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (360 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa 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 | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
