1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1956 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1956 Chrysler Imperial and 1956 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 24 more horse power than 1956 Ford Thunderbird. (223 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 890 kg more than 1956 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1956 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2600 mm |
