2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 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 266 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
