1951 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | 40 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3050 mm |
