1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Camaro | 300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3517 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3060 mm |