1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 888 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Altima |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2675 mm |
