1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 39 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 728 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Imperial | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2650 mm |
