1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 55 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 665 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Imperial | DBS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2741 mm |
