1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 49 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler 300. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
