1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1964 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1964 Lotus Elan is newer by 6 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 176 more horse power than 1964 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1964 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1770 kg more than 1964 Lotus Elan. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1964 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Imperial | Elan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2140 mm |
