1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Chrysler 300.
Because 2010 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler 300. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler 300 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | X5 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2934 mm |