2005 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 49 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 182 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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 (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 1956 Chrysler C | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 320 | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |