1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1969 Holden Brougham is newer by 11 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 95 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 900 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Brougham. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Imperial | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2830 mm |
