1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 439 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC60. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2748 mm |
