1956 Chrysler C vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 419 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler C | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | C | Corvette |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5801 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2685 mm |