1956 Chrysler C vs. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 21 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, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 345 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
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, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler C | 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
Model | C | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |