2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 612.
Because 2004 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5645 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
