2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 40 L |
