1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 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 284 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 817 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Comodoro | 300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3053 mm |
