2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | 300 | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 120 L |