1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1988 Ford Taurus is newer by 32 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 27 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 900 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2700 mm |
