2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 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 147 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2320 mm |
