1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 920 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Imperial | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2350 mm |