1956 Chrysler C vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 43 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 782 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | C | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 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 | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
