1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 558 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Charger | 300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |
