1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 38 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Imperial | 968 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |