1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 13 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 178 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1623 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ginetta |
| Model | Imperial | G21 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2320 mm |
