1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 860 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3200 mm |
