2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen W12. (420 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen W12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 736 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12. 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen W12. (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | W12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
