1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 31 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 155 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Imperial | 405 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2680 mm |
