1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 52 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
