1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2007 Chrysler 300

To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Buick Wildcat 2007 Chrysler 300
Make Buick Chrysler
Model Wildcat 300
Year Released 1985 2007
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3785 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 551 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3050 mm


 

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