1953 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chrysler Windsor | 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Windsor | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
