2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast

To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.

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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler 300 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
Make Chrysler Ferrari
Model 300 500 Superfast
Year Released 2006 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 4963 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 475 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 88.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 68 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 90 L


 

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