1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 440 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Highlander |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2790 mm |