1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 51 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 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 956 kg more than 1955 Chrysler Windsor.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Windsor | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Windsor | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |
