1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 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 76 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | S80 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
