1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (222 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 430 kg more than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | E |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2860 mm |
