1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 168 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | RunX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
