2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1965 Marcos 1800 has manual transmission. 1965 Marcos 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
| Model | 300 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 27 L |
