1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 852 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. 2011 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chrysler |
| Model | 100 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3053 mm |
