2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
