2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (479 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
