1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3670 mm |
