1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1955 Chrysler 300
To start off, 1957 Austin A 95 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1955 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1955 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 95 | 300 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |