1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, both 1958 Chrysler Imperial and 1958 Porsche 356 were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 356 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2110 mm |
