1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 22 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 308 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
