2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 53 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C.
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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1956 Chrysler C | |
Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
Model | Brooklands | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 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 Length | 5410 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3210 mm |