1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1968 Dodge Coronet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2980 mm |
