2009 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 53 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 984 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A3 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3800 mm |
