2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR 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 | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
