1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | 6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2800 mm |
