1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1969 Toyota 2000GT 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 149 more horse power than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2510 mm |