2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 125 L |
