1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 51 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 308 kg more than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Imperial | Discovery |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2890 mm |