1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 55 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Cadillac 62.
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 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3048 mm |
