1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 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 153 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | 17 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
