1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 51 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler 300. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler 300. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | 300 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |