1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1983 Maserati 420 is newer by 27 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 49 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Imperial | 420 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
