1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 32 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 126 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | Imperial | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2670 mm |
