1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler 300. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler 300. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1993 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1993 Dodge Viper 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 | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
