2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Chrysler | Riley |
| Model | 300 | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 25 L |
