1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Maxima 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 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 845 kg more than 2004 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Maxima. (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2830 mm |
