1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 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 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | Imperial | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
