1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 42 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, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | Imperial | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
