1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
