1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
