1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1958 Maserati 450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler 300. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler 300. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1955 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler 300 | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | 300 | 450 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 4478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |