1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 43 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
