1956 Chrysler C vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus 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 72 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 59 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Chrysler C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chrysler C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | C | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2868 mm |
