1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 56 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, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 134 kg more than 1955 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura MDX 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, 2011 Acura MDX 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | 300 | MDX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2751 mm |
