1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2000 Proton 400 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 173 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2000 Proton 400. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Proton |
| Model | Imperial | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2510 mm |
