1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | DeVille | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3053 mm |
