1962 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1962 Vauxhall VX4 has manual transmission. 1962 Vauxhall VX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Chrysler |
| Model | VX4 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1505 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
