1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 778 kg more than 1955 Chrysler 300.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Defender. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | 300 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
