1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM5. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Samsung |
| Model | Imperial | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
