1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
