1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 330 is newer by 7 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 905 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 330 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2650 mm |
