2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS 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 STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 583 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | STS | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3800 mm |
