1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1957 Tatra T603 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial 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 153 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 930 kg more than 1957 Tatra T603. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | Imperial | T603 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
