1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 54 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, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 550 kg more than 2010 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-250. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2824 mm |
