1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 641 kg more than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Imperial | Wrangler |
| 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 | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2423 mm |
