1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 143 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
