1956 Chrysler C vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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 (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hummer |
| Model | C | H3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
