1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3052 mm |
