1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 1958 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Imperial | C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3210 mm |
