2007 Audi S8 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 51 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, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S8 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3800 mm |
