1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Imperial | FX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2885 mm |
