1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 18 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 158 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 300 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
