1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 53 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 106 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 915 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | 3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2650 mm |
