1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1970 Maserati Indy 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 818 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Imperial | Indy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
