1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo 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 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 376 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Imperial | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3063 mm |
