2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 22 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 108 L |
