1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | 300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
