2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 209 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
