1971 Buick GS vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1971 Buick GS is newer by 15 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 768 kg more than 1971 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | GS | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3800 mm |
