1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 52 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, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Imperial | A4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
