1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6057 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
