2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS 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 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | DTS | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3800 mm |
