1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1970 Porsche 914 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 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 168 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 914 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2460 mm |
