1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 42 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 168 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 Mazda B2500. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2990 mm |
