2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 617 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300. 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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (479 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | 300 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2226 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
