1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1958 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 104 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 580 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | 300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2910 mm |
