2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 278 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 127 L |
