2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1955 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 54 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1955 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | STS | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3210 mm |