2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
