1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 896 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
