1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1958 AC 2-Litre. 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | 2-Litre | 300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
