2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3160 mm |
