1956 Chrysler C vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 370 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 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler C | 2012 BMW 760 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | C | 760 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |