1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 50 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 135 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Xedos |
| Model | 300 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
