1956 Chrysler C vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 45 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (560 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | C | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
