2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 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 | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4821 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
