1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | 300 | 911 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |