2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3080 mm |
