1956 Chrysler C vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
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 (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler C | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
Model | C | M |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2901 mm |