1956 Chrysler C vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 28 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
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 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | C | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2946 mm |
