1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 797 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mustang. (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
