1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL 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, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 508 kg more than 2010 Acura RL.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Imperial | RL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2799 mm |
