2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
