1956 Chrysler C vs. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 49 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | C | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
