1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Xedos |
| Model | Newport | 9 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
