1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 14 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 685 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Imperial | GTO |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2850 mm |
