2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | 300 | EH |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |
