1956 Chrysler C vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 559 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | C | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| 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 | 350 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3645 mm |
