1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 557 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300. 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (479 Nm). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | Town & Country | 300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 479 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1609 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |