1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 118 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2634 mm |
