1979 Buick Century vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Century | 300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3048 mm |