1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Citroen XM
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 40 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 132 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | XM |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
