2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chrysler C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
