2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
