1956 Chrysler C vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 54 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, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chrysler C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | C | X5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2934 mm |
