1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 859 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Imperial | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2570 mm |
