1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 460 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | CLS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2875 mm |
