1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra 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 79 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
