1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
