2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 114 L |
