1995 Acura Legend vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 39 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 150 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 285 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Chrysler C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chrysler C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | Legend | C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3210 mm |
