1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 1986 Maserati 228 is newer by 30 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, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1986 Maserati 228.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Imperial | 228 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
