2004 Audi S4 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 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 S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S4 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3800 mm |
