1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 33 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, 1955 Chrysler Windsor (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Windsor | Supra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
