1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 400 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 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
