1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 225 kg more than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Bentley |
| Model | Imperial | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3266 mm |
