1956 Chrysler C vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 50 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | CLK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
