1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1981 Lotus Esprit is newer by 24 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 117 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Imperial | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2490 mm |
