2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300, 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5645 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
