2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
