1956 Chrysler C vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 57 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 39 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 173 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chrysler C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | C | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
