1956 Chrysler C vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1990 Westfield ZEI is newer by 34 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 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1990 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1990 Westfield ZEI. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Chrysler | Westfield |
| Model | C | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
