2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown 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 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1966 Toyota Crown. 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
