1992 BMW 332 vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 36 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 24 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 440 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 332 | C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3210 mm |
