1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai 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, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 929 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Imperial | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2370 mm |