1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 71 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 326 kg more than 1955 Chrysler 300.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler 300. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2893 mm |