2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1955 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 49 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 99 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 90 kg more than 1955 Chrysler 300.
Because 1955 Chrysler 300 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 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1955 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Terraza | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3210 mm |
