1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chrysler |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
