1957 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1957 Buick 40. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | 40 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3052 mm |
