1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 36 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Imperial | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3170 mm |
