1999 AC Aceca vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 43 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, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 890 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Aceca | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3800 mm |
