1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 667 kg more than 1961 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Zodiac | 300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
