2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
