1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 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 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 90 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:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 90 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3050 mm |
