1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1966 Ford Mustang. (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 801 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang. 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 (637 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
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1966 Ford Mustang | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Mustang | 300 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6385 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 637 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3052 mm |