1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 40 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 76 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
