1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 54 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler 300. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Armada |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3140 mm |