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Chrysler C 300 5.8

General information

ModelChrysler C 300 5.8
Year1956
Rating62.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5801 ccm (353.98 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5801 ccm (353.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power355.00 PS (261 kW or 350 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque560.00 Nm (57.1 kgf-m or 413.1 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1888 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space6430 litres (1,699 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1880 kg (4,144.7 pounds)
Overall length5570 mm (219.3 inches)
Overall width2020 mm (79.5 inches)
Overall height1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Wheelbase3210 mm (126.4 inches)
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