1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 3 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, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
