1953 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 56 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 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1953 Chrysler Windsor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Chrysler Windsor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Windsor | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3080 mm |
