1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 48 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Maybach 57.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | Imperial | 57 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2220 mm |
