1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1975 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Camaro | 300 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1492 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3052 mm |