2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 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 250 more horse power than 1981 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Morgan 4. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1981 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1981 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | 300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2450 mm |
