1956 Chrysler C vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California 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, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Ferrari California.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ferrari California.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2011 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | C | California |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
