2007 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 51 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 187 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
