1969 Buick GS vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | GS | 300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3050 mm |
