1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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, 1955 Chrysler Windsor (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 144 kg more than 1955 Chrysler Windsor.
Because 1955 Chrysler Windsor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Chrysler Windsor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Windsor | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3078 mm |
