1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Imperial | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2680 mm |
