1956 Chrysler C vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 46 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
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 (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | C | XJR |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
