2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 102 L |
