1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Windsor | 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Windsor | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 4100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
