2001 BMW M vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 45 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 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 BMW M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
