1964 Austin Princess vs. 1955 Chrysler 300
To start off, 1964 Austin Princess is newer by 9 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 177 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 250 kg more than 1955 Chrysler 300.
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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess 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:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1955 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Princess | 300 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3210 mm |
