1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 57 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 87 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
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 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Windsor | Charger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3053 mm |
