1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1956 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1952 Ford Vedette. 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 Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2700 mm |
