2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2930 mm |
