2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3080 mm |
