1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 43 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 641 kg more than 1999 Infiniti Q45.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Imperial | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2840 mm |
