2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 316 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1979 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | 300 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
