1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 914 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2460 mm |
