1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | SL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2570 mm |
