1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 121 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Durango |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3030 mm |
