1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 45 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 861 kg more than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3490 mm |
