1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 54 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, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 444 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Imperial | M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2901 mm |
