2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.
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. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2330 mm |
