2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 300 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
