1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3053 mm |
