1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 44 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Ferrari Maranello.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2510 mm |
