1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
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:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3060 mm |
