1956 Chrysler C vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 996 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C. 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | C | 62 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3828 mm |
