2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor 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 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 898 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1957 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1957 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
Model | 300 | Victor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2500 mm |