1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 515 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XF.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Imperial | XF |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2908 mm |
