1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 28 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
