1956 Chrysler C vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 56 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 110 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | C | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 600 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2990 mm |
