2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 884 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
