1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Audi Q7.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Imperial | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3002 mm |
