1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 93 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1415 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Camry |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2358 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2730 mm |
