2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford 17 has manual transmission. 1958 Ford 17 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
