1956 Chrysler C vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 580 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | GL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3076 mm |
