2001 Ford 49 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford 49. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford 49 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 Ford 49. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford 49 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | 49 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1858 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3048 mm |
