1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge 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, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Ford Edge | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Edge |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
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 | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2824 mm |