1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 48 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 109 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 25 kg more than 1955 Chrysler 300.
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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler 300 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | 300 | Safari |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |