1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Titan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3550 mm |
