2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
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 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
