2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 211 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 105 L |
