1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Maybach 57.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | Imperial | 57 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2220 mm |
