1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | 300 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |