1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 314 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3100 mm |