1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 55 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler 300. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3002 mm |
