1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 44 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 112 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Contour |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
