1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 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 43 more horse power than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lamborghini 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1965 Lamborghini 400. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lamborghini 400. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1965 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1965 Lamborghini 400 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:
1965 Lamborghini 400 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Chrysler |
Model | 400 | 300 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |