2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 300 | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3060 mm |
