2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
