1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 447 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Imperial | CTS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2880 mm |
