1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 15 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, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 820 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Imperial | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2470 mm |
