2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (225 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | 300 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3230 mm |