1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 35 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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 815 kg more than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2580 mm |
