1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Buick Century is newer by 23 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 172 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 930 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Imperial | Century |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
