2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 118 L |
