1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 55 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Imperial | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2751 mm |
