1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 58 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 111 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | 300 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
