2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1955 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1955 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | TrailBlazer | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |