2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
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 GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300.
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 (341 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1970 Ford GT 40 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 | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 125 L |
