1956 Chrysler C vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 53 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. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2009 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tesla |
| Model | C | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2352 mm |
