2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2830 mm |
