2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. 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 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Custom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
