2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 979 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1961 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1961 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
