1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Viper | C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
