1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1990 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1990 Lotus Esprit is newer by 34 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 75 more horse power than 1990 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1990 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1990 Lotus Esprit. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1990 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Imperial | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2440 mm |
