1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 48 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, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Imperial | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2750 mm |
