1956 Chrysler C vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 55 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 120 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | C | 325 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
