1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 45 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2270 mm |
