2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 45 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 486 kg more than 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Vanquish | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3800 mm |
