2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | 300 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2649 mm |