1978 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Capri | 300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3053 mm |
