2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Chrysler |
Model | 360 | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 352 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |