2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 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 (335 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1968 Riley 4. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Riley |
| Model | 300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
