1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 47 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Imperial | FX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2860 mm |
