1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-250. (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | F-250 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3967 mm |