1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 55 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, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. 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 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Windsor | 550 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3066 mm |
