1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 50 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 135 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 850 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Imperial | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2620 mm |
