2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada 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 355 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
