2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Ferrari 599 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Because 2009 Ferrari 599 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 2009 Ferrari 599. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5645 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
