1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A 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, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | A |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2570 mm |
