2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700.
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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 700 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
