1956 Chrysler C vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1968 Ford GT 40 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 920 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler C | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | C | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5801 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2420 mm |