1956 Chrysler C vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 50 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
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 (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-250. (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler C | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | C | F-250 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3967 mm |