1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 53 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 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 | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |