1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 37 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 BMW 5.8.
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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 5.8 | C |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
