1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora is newer by 14 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 935 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | Imperial | Bora |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |