2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (250 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | 300 | 109 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |