1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 57 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 870 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Imperial | ATS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| 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 | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2775 mm |
