1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 53 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 36 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 577 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Imperial | RDX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2649 mm |
