2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1967 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar MK II 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 220 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1967 Jaguar MK II. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 1967 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | 300 | MK II |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |