1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 13 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort 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 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |
