1956 Chrysler C vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, both 1956 Chrysler C and 1956 Porsche 356 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356.
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 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | C | 356 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2110 mm |
