2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| 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 | 250 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
