2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |
