1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2730 mm |
