2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 41 L |
