2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 381 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 300 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3230 mm |
