1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | 300 | 911 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |