1956 Chrysler C vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 713 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.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | C | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 6195 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3988 mm |
