1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 28 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 775 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
