1968 TVR Vixen vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 TVR Vixen | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | TVR | Chrysler |
| Model | Vixen | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
