2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | 300 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |