1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1988 Alpine V6 is newer by 32 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 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | V6 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3800 mm |
