1956 Chrysler C vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Rageous 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. 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 23 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. (312 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 210 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 (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Rageous.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1999 Pontiac Rageous | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | C | Rageous |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2970 mm |
