2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 34 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1976 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
Model | 300 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2610 mm |