1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 558 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 70 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
