1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 56 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 640 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Imperial | A5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2751 mm |
