1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (358 Nm). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Supra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2600 mm |
