2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor 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 168 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | 300 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 52 L |
