1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1958 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |