1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird 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 220 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1973 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1973 Nissan Bluebird 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 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
