1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 45 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | 300 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2690 mm |