1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 41 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 41 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2800 mm |
