1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | 300 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |