2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 208 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 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| 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 | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
