2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1969 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1969 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
