2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | 300 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
