2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 52 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 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z4 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
