1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 335 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | Imperial | 57 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3391 mm |
