1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 869 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Zephyr | 300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
