1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 50 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 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2870 mm |