1956 Chrysler C vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 27 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo.
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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | C | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
