1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 15 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 214 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1604 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2340 mm |
