2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 131 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
