2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
