2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 808 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3800 mm |
