1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 52 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2420 mm |
