2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 789 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 TVR Trident. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 TVR Trident.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | 300 | Trident |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2290 mm |
