1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1971 Mercury Comet is newer by 15 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 165 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Imperial | Comet |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2800 mm |
