1970 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. 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 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Dart | 300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3053 mm |
