1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 41 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | Imperial | AIV |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
