1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1965 Jaguar MK II. 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Jaguar MK II | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
Model | MK II | 300 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |