1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 696 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2838 mm |
