1956 Chrysler C vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chrysler C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler C | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | C | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |