1956 Chrysler C vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, both 1956 Chrysler C and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 716 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | 190 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
