1956 Chrysler C vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 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 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
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 612 (589 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (560 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 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 612 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | C | 612 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2960 mm |
