1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 47 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 50 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2400 mm |
