1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 610 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Imperial | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2750 mm |
