2004 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 48 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, 2004 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 630 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A6 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3800 mm |
