2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
